Where to Eat and Drink Near ACL Music Festival 2025

Austin City Limits Music Festival, held every year in Austin’s Zilker Park, has hosted thousands of famous music artists of all genres since its start in 2002. Starting with an audience of around 40,000, ACL has grown to be one of the largest music events in the US, now welcoming over 450,000 attendees.

It’s loved for its impressive artist lineups and performances, but food and drinks play just as significant a role in the experience. The festival is hot and spans over 12+ hours, so it’s essential to fuel and hydrate to keep going. If you’re planning to go this year, here are a few top-notch Austin favorites to eat and drink near ACL Music Festival.

10 Places to Eat and Drink Near ACL Music Festival

Terry Black’s is a classic Austin favorite barbecue spot. It’s in Barton Springs, about five minutes from Zilker Park, which makes it a convenient location to stop by before or after the festival.

With plenty of indoor and outdoor picnic-style seating, the atmosphere captures Austin’s laid-back barbecue culture while offering flexible eating areas…

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